The First Step in the Assessment and Documentation of Patient-Ventilator

question 6

Multiple Choice

The first step in the assessment and documentation of patient-ventilator interaction following the placement of a patient on a mechanical ventilator is which of the following?

• A) Verifying physician's orders
• B) Verifying a passing operational verification procedure
• C) Checking the integrity of the ventilator circuit and the humidifier system
• D) Assessment of the patient's vital signs,breath sounds,and level of consciousness

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